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Infinity Turbine CO2 Turbine Development and Testing Cart Supercritical CO2 Turbine Development Cart using high pressure filter canisters for rapid prototyping and commercialization for 1-25 kWh Power Generation... More Info
ORC and sCO2 Performance Charts: R134a, R245fa, CO2 – 2026 Edition Updated 2026 edition of Infinity Turbine’s ORC and supercritical CO2 performance curves: R134a, R245fa and CO2 charts, CO2 heat-rate tables from 100 to 700 °C, sCO2 turbine types, and data-center applications. 62-page PDF... More Info
Supercritical CO2 Turbine Generator Plans (Transcritical) Rankine Cycle Lab format for development ... More Info
Matra Concentrated Solar Project Using Infinity Turbine Generator for Power Production Solar thermal power production using a reflective dish concentrator... More Info
Cluster Mesh Supercritical CO2 Power System for Data Centers and AI Pairing Cluster Mesh Supercritical CO2 Power System with Small Modular Reactors enables hyperscalers to convert high-grade nuclear heat into ultra-efficient, dispatchable power with a compact, modular footprint tailored for AI-scale demand. More Info
ORC and Products Index Infinity Turbine ORC Index... More Info
A Generator Without Magnets Switched Reluctance is the simplest rotating electrical machine there is: a rotor of stacked steel laminations with salient teeth, and a stator carrying concentrated coils. The rotor has no magnets, no windings, no bars and no slip rings... More Info
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Pioneering Renewable Energy Storage: Saltgenx Sand Battery Revolution In the quest for sustainable and renewable energy solutions, Saltgenx, a division of Infinity Turbine, is making significant strides with an innovative approach to energy storage and utilization. The development of a sand battery represents a groundbreaking leap in thermal (heat) storage technology, leveraging the abundant and eco-friendly material of sand to store heat generated from various sources, including solar thermal energy, renewable sources, waste heat, or flare gas from oil fields.How It WorksAt the heart of Saltgenxs technology is an insulated tank filled with sand. This tank acts as a repository for heat, which is captured from different heat sources and then stored in the sand. The fundamental principle behind this is quite straightforward yet profoundly effective: sands inherent ability to retain heat for extended periods makes it an ideal medium for thermal storage.Multifaceted ApplicationsThe applications of Saltgenxs sand battery technology are as diverse as they are revolutionary, ranging from desalination to power generation. Heres a closer look at these innovative uses:1. Desalination: In regions where fresh water is scarce, Saltgenxs sand battery offers a sustainable solution by using stored heat to vaporize saltwater. The process involves spraying saltwater onto the hot sand, where it vaporizes. The vapor is then condensed into fresh water, with the incoming saltwater cooling the exiting vapor through a heat exchanger. This method promises an efficient and renewable way to produce fresh water.2. Graphene Sand for Construction: The sand battery technology also paves the way for advancements in construction materials. By heating sand with simple sugar or other carbonaceous materials and activated carbon (charcoal) to around 700°C, graphene-coated sand can be produced. This graphene sand can then be mixed with cement to create a stronger, more durable form of concrete suitable for construction and 3D printing. Saltgenx is also developing a continuous kiln process for this purpose, which could revolutionize the construction industry by providing a stronger, more sustainable alternative to traditional materials.3. Producer Water Treatment: The oil and gas industry often deals with producer water, a byproduct of drilling operations. Saltgenxs sand battery can utilize flare gas—a waste product often burned off due to lack of storage or pipeline access—to heat sand and evaporate this water. The condensed water is purified, while contaminants are trapped in the sand, which can then be safely disposed of. This process not only recycles waste heat but also addresses the environmental issue of water contamination.4. ORC Power Generation: Another application of the stored heat in the sand battery is in generating power through the Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC). By circulating thermal oil through a simple pipe heat exchanger within the heated sand, the thermal oil becomes a heat source for powering an ORC turbine generator. This method can produce electrical power, hydraulic power, or other mechanical outputs, offering a renewable way to generate power from stored heat.A Sustainable FutureSaltgenxs sand battery technology stands as a testament to the potential of innovative thinking in addressing some of the most pressing environmental and energy challenges of our time. By harnessing the power of sand to store and utilize heat from renewable and waste sources, Saltgenx is not only contributing to the global energy transition but also paving the way for new methods of water purification, construction, and power generation. As this technology continues to develop and find new applications, it holds the promise of a more sustainable and energy-efficient world. |
Actual test results using a 2 inch diameter solar vacuum tube of 18 inch length on 18 March 2024. Salt had the highest temperature, but paraffin held temperature the longest. |
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